Beijing weather in August (Beijing Area, China)

How is the weather in Beijing in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Beijing generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. August is a summer month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 32°C. But by evening, they drop to around 22°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Beijing in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 123 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 210 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Beijing climate page with graphs.

 

Beijing, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 123 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
SunshineSunshine 210 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 52%  

Where to go in China in August

Find out more about the weather in China in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Beijing in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Beijing.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to China? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in China. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.